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Sweet Apple Butter BBQ Sliders

Sweet Apple Butter BBQ Sliders

These Sweet Apple Butter BBQ Sliders are the ultimate combination of smoky, tangy, and sweet! Tender pulled pork or chicken is smothered in a rich BBQ–apple butter sauce, then layered on soft slider buns for a mouthwatering bite. Perfect for game days, fall gatherings, or easy weeknight dinners — they’re simple to make and impossible to resist!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: main dish, party food, sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Sliders
  • 2 cups cooked pulled pork or shredded chicken
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup apple butter
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 8 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
  • 2 tbsp butter melted, for toasting buns
  • Optional Toppings
  • Pickle slices
  • Caramelized onions
  • Shredded cheddar or coleslaw

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet or skillet
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Make the Sauce
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix BBQ sauce, apple butter, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth and warmed through.
  3. Add the Meat
  4. Stir in pulled pork (or chicken). Simmer for 5–7 minutes until hot and fully coated in sauce.
  5. Toast the Buns
  6. Lightly brush slider buns with melted butter and toast on a skillet or in the oven until golden.
  7. Assemble the Sliders
  8. Spoon the sweet BBQ filling onto the bottom buns. Add any toppings you like, then place the top bun.
  9. Serve Warm
  10. Serve immediately for the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory!

Notes

Substitute pork with rotisserie chicken for a quick version.
Use brioche buns for a richer, buttery flavor.
Add a layer of coleslaw for crunch and tang.
Great for meal prep — just reheat filling and assemble fresh.